Power

Redundant power supply units:Supports up to four 1100W or 1600W AC power supply units (PSU) in 3+1 and 2+2 redundant configurations

Cooling

VRTX comes standard with six hot-pluggable, redundant fan modules and four blower modules:Based on Dell Energy Smart Technologies, VRTX fans and blowers are a breakthrough in power and cooling efficiency. Fans and blowers deliver low-power consumption and use next-generation fan technologies to ensure the lowest possible amount of fresh air is consumed to cool the enclosure.

RAID Controllers

Single shared PERC8 with optional second redundant shared PERC8 available

I/O Expansion Slots

Systems Management

Delivers comprehensive functionality yet simple and easy to use:Uses Chassis Management Controller (CMC) to manage all resources (server nodes, storage, networking, and power) with a unified management tool, presented in a single consoleMonitors up to nine VRTX chassis from a single, consolidated CMC consoleOffers both Local and Remote managementIs available with either Enterprise or Express CMC licensing for CMCRedundant Chassis Management Controller is availableServer nodes each contain proven iDRAC7 with Lifecycle Controller for agent-free systemsManagement that are fully supported within the OpenManage product portfolio

Regulatory

Drive business success with a data center under your desk

The PowerEdge VRTX modular infrastructure solution offers “under your desk” dimensions, ease of management and quiet acoustics so you can operate non-disruptively. Features such as Fresh Air validated configurations and standard power options help keep your operating expenses in check. Address a wide variety of workloads with future-proof compute, storage and networking options within a single chassis.

Great for:

Small and home office (SOHO) environments where data center access is not available

Remote and branch offices (ROBO) that need local storage and have reduced network access

Adapt and scale with an expandable, modular solution

The PowerEdge VRTX is built on a scalable business architecture so you can continually optimize your capacity and performance with versatile, swappable components.

Up to four hot-plug PowerEdge server nodes (4-socket M830 and 2-socket M640 or M630)

Simplify management with intelligent automation

Dell EMC OpenManage intelligent automation enables you to spend less time on routine maintenance so you can focus on business-critical priorities. Plus, you can easily manage your VRTX components — networking, storage and servers — in a single console with the Chassis Management Controller (CMC).

Protect your business with integrated security

A comprehensive, cyber-resilient architecture with security embedded into every server helps to protect your data.

Protect server configuration and firmware from malicious changes with new Configuration Lock-down

Scale safely on premise to help avoid security risks and rising cloud fees

Dell offers complete end-to-end services

Optimizing the IT lifecycle is vital. We have expert services* for all lifecycle phases that save you time and resources, reduce effort, and improve your IT experience.

ProSupport Enterprise Suite

Gain the freedom to focus on your business transformation with the support expertise and insights Dell is known for across the globe. Choose the right support based on the criticality of specific systems with available automated predictive analysis, collaborative third-party assistance and service account management.

ProDeploy

ProDeploy Enterprise Suite helps you get more out of technology starting on day one. Trust our experts to lead deployments from basic hardware installations through planning, configuration and complex integrations. Our complete suite of deployment services and professional certifications helps you achieve business outcomes today and tomorrow.

Training & Certification

Education Services offers an expansive suite of training services with multiple delivery methods, including instructor-led, self-paced online and virtual instructor-led training. With comprehensive and flexible training programs, we make it easy to ensure your staff has the skills they need to successfully manage and utilize your new technology to its full potential.

Consulting

Consulting services give expert guidance to help you grow, optimize and transform your IT environment at your own pace and budget. We employ a broad range of certified consultants and engineers, backed by program management teams, who can deliver deep technical expertise. We give you the confidence that your project will be done right and on time.

Financing and leasing

Acquiring the latest IT solutions shouldn’t be as complicated as running your business. With Dell Financial Services you can finance and purchase in the same place.** It’s quick, it’s easy and most important, it lets you keep the “flow” in your cash flow.